Public speaking; something I have never been particularly strong at. I can be very shy and quiet in person until I get to know someone.
Over the past semesters i’ve been able to get to know my classmates very well. I have no issues standing up and presenting… until you call it a speech.
This week we had to present a speech on a randomly picked topic out of a hat.
One of my friends unfortunately chose “The benefits of owning a pet.” Problem for her was she has never owned a pet! Perfect opportunity. It was an ideal topic for me and I could help a friend out at the same time.
I received some wonderful feedback about it so I thought I’d share it here.
I often tell people that I do not own my dogs but that they own me.
Have you ever wanted a morning alarm clock that was fail proof?
School mornings start at just after 6am with soft nuzzles on toes or a furry body wrapped around my head. This is my daily morning reminder that two furry faces are STARVING and can’t wait a minute longer for their breakfast.
Food is always worth celebrating.
Walks are meant to be taken daily, with time to smell the flowers along the way.
And always avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
Consider;
An elderly woman with Alzheimer’s who hasn’t spoken a word in over ten years talking softly, but very clearly to my dog.
An autistic child’s face lighting up with smiles as Zoey plays fetch with him. She doesn’t care that he is different.
My grandfather in palliative care finding both comfort and smiles while a little dog is curled up beside him receiving pats on her head.
No matter what is happening in your life, what you look like, or what you are feeling; your dog will always love you, and adore you.
Unconditional, unwavering, non-judging; owning a dog is to be loved in loves purest form.
Love the pictures! What a great post!! How true! I cannot imagine life without a dog! Lots of love, Debbie & Holly
You would have the highest grade that could be given if I was in charge 🙂
Think all your posh paws would agree too… 🙂
Lots of luves AMie Soto Blossom. Any ice cream around there ? X
Aww that was such a nice read.. the simplest everyday things are the best reminders to not take things for granted <3
I also find that when you have a dog, you will find time to stop and chat with people along the way.. dogs are the icebreaker that makes the world a nicer place!
That was a really inspiring post – I'm sure you helped inspire your friend too! 🙂
<3 Sandi and Ellie
Oh what a lovely post, it brought a tear to my eye. Absolutely true, every word of it but nice to see it written down in such a great way, xxx